Educator Resources

Exploring In-Depth

Lemurs of Madagascar follows American and Malagasy scientists through the Madagascar's dwindling forests to learn how lemurs are coping with habitat change.

This feature story is an illustration of the process of science. It shows scientists collecting field data about the effects of habitat destruction on different species of lemur. This data can be used to help make conservation decisions. (Read more about The Scientific Process.)

This Classroom Discussion Activity can be used to connect your students to the process of science, highlight overarching scientific themes, and enhance comprehension of the story.